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Synonyms

over the edge

Idioms  

  1. Insane, as in I think he's gone over the edge. This expression alludes to the edge of sanity. [1920s]

Example Sentences

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A stock selloff could take the wind out of affluent families’ spending, as higher gas prices push lower-income families over the edge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

As he passed through Willingham, loose unsecured crane equipment moved from its position and was hanging over the edge of a trailer, the court heard.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

What’s more, when cocooned in that basket, the injured skier isn’t peering down over the edge.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

“If they don’t cut, they might push the labor market over the edge and have a recession,” Sahm said.

From Barron's • Nov. 20, 2025

The ghost’s voice now sounded like water crashing over the edge of that dam.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland

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